Arsenal threw away a two-goal advantage against West Ham on Saturday to draw 3-3, with Andy Carroll's hat-trick proving to be the Gunners' undoing. TheHardTackle analyses the tactical battle between two sides aiming for a top four finish.

Arsenal's Premier League title ambitions suffered a huge blow in the hands of their London rivals West Ham United. The Hammers came back from two goals down to finish the game with a 3-3 scoreline, thanks to a hat-trick from Andy Carroll.

Don't let the 19 point gap between the two London sides fool you - West Ham will pose a much tougher challenge to Liverpool than Tottenham did. A look at what happened when Tottenham came calling to Anfield, and why West Ham will be a tougher nut to crack

This weekend draws another crucial fixture for Kenny Dalglish and Alan Pardew. Will the Toons come out victorious? Will Andy Carroll score for Liverpool on his return to Newcastle? TheHardTackle previews the game.